flagship Synonyms

ship of the line man-of-war state of the art leading edge best-selling benchmark cutting edge battleship pacesetter showcase crown jewel flag officer Abel capital ship trailblazer most prominent lead ship most important standard-bearer iconic speedboat minesweeper top of the line vanguard top signature forerunner foremost featured exemplary exemplar dominant distinguished cruiser corvette chief central bellwether admiralty frigate head reigning prototype principal primary premier phare model mainstay main